Stories

Navigating menopause naturally: Self-care in a new phase of life

For many women, a new phase begins in the middle of their lives: menopause. What is medically referred to as “menopause” is much more than a hormonal event. It is a phase of change—physically, emotionally, mentally. An invitation to rediscover...

Beautiful skin in summer - Our facial care tips

We are in the middle of summer. While we were still looking forward to the first warm days in June, the increasing heat in the summer months is beginning to take its toll on us. Not only body and mind...

Herzi and Karl - hand soap with heart and effect

A cooperation that connects When the Haus der Barmherzigkeit contacted us on the occasion of its 150th anniversary, we knew immediately: This is more than a cooperation - it's a matter of the heart. We wanted to get to know...

BEHIND THE SCENES OF SAINT CHARLES

A conversation about values, impact and economic responsibility What does sustainable management mean in practice - beyond buzzwords and greenwashing? How do you run a company in a way that will also benefit future generations? And why is it worth...

Plastic-free body care: naturally beautiful without microplastics

The Green Days at Saint Charles are all about conscious care - for you and for the environment.A good time to consider the question: How much plastic is actually in our daily personal care products? From packaging and ingredients to...

Waste Prevention | Saint Charles & the Reduction to the Essentials

Sustainability is not a trend, but our responsibility - and a central component of the Saint Charles philosophy. As a B Corp-certified Apothecary Brand, we develop products with depth: inspired by the knowledge of Traditional European Medicine (TEM), based on...

Von Wien nach München: Saint Charles Apothekerseife bei Käfer auf der Wiesn

O’zapft is – und sauba bleibts! In diesem Jahr freuen wir uns ganz besonders über eine Kooperation, die so gut passt wie Brezn und Bier: Unsere Saint Charles Apothekerseife sorgt in den Toilettenbereichen der legendären Käfer Wiesn-Schänke für saubere Hände...

Boutique Hotel Zur Wiener Staatsoper x Saint Charles – Viennese charm meets natural elegance

Vienna is renowned for its poetry, music, and places where time and style converge. One such place is the Boutiquehotel Zur Wiener Staatsoper—a small gem in the heart of the city that charmingly combines history, design, and the Viennese way...

Summer, sun, sun protection: why UV rays mean more than just sunburn

The warm season lures us outdoors - we fill up on light, energy and a good mood. But with the sun also comes two invisible companions that challenge our skin: UVB and UVA rays. Two types of radiation that have...

Create and distil herbal hydrolates yourself

Hydrolates are plant waters, flower waters or aromatic waters. Rose hydrolate is probably one of the best-known plant waters and very popular. The recognition of the therapeutic benefits of quality, pure hydrosols is a very recent trend, originating mainly in...

Magnesium oil and absorption through the skin

With the external, so-called transdermal magnesium application (magnesium absorption through the skin), a new chapter of magnesium substitution is being opened. On the one hand, it is similarly easy to handle as the oral intake of magnesium, but the effect...

Natural Energy Booster - Our tips from the pharmacy

The year 2020 has demanded a lot from all of us. Even if the turn of the year will not banish the Corona pandemic, we want to enter the new year with as much confidence as possible. Let's leave fatigue...

Happy Mind - Happy Office: Tips for a relaxed working day

We spend most of the day at our work or study place. Often we feel drained after a day of work or study and need to replenish our energy stores. With our tips, we want to give you ideas on...

Sport - Optimal nutrient supply

Many athletes invest their money in shoes, breathable clothing and equipment. However, the quality of nutrition and an optimal supply of nutrients must not be forgotten. To ensure that sporting activity remains beneficial to health in the long term, an...

Deodorants without aluminium - Why natural deodorants?

The regular use of deodorant sticks, deodorant rollers, crystal, pump or aerosol sprayers is part of everyday life for many. However, conventional deodorants have fallen into disrepute. We explain why you should use natural (organic) deodorants and why the switch...

Spagyric at the Saint Charles Pharmacy

The central basic idea of spagyric is the assumption of an energy of creation that is basically active everywhere in the cosmos and can be grasped in a structure. In spagyric medicine, one speaks of the "three philosophical principles". They...

Oil pulling with mouth drawing oil - The Ayurvedic cure for detoxification

Oil pulling is trendy - but should not be underestimated. Oil pulling is an uncomplicated method that contributes to daily detoxification. In the Ayurvedic tradition of oil sucking, "oil pulling" detoxifies the entire organism. The Indian art of healing states...

Detox | Apothecary's Alpha and Omega of Detoxification

With the approach of spring, we long for a fresh start, lightness and relief. It is not uncommon for our organism to be lacking in energy and tired after the long winter season, and to call for cleansing and purification....

Muscatel Sage | Medicinal Herb for Mood and Women

The muscatel sage (Salvia sclarea) is an absolute eye-catcher in the garden with its purple-white lip flowers and the reddish to purple bracts. It is also an insider's tip as a medicinal plant, and the essential oil is particularly popular...

The healing power of bitter substances - health begins with good digestion

"What is bitter in the mouth makes the stomach healthy." A bitter (taste) experience can certainly set healing changes in motion. Because bitter substances promote the entire digestive process and in this way also influence all other bodily functions. Only...

Detox & Acid-Base Balance - Old Knowledge, New Findings

"The fastest way to health is detoxification" Paracelsus. DETOX - DETOXIFICATION - DETOXIFICATION - Is not a trend, but a scientifically proven medical doctrine that gets to the root cause of diseases and eliminates long-term disturbances in health. For some...